The employment outlook for women in Latin America continues to face obstacles before it can reach pre-COVID-19 levels. But a sustainable and inclusive recovery will require measures to close the …
A variety of insect-based delicacies. It is estimated that 2.5 billion people around the world eat insects as part of their regular diet. Encouraging the eating of insects could have …
The writer is executive director of HealthforAnimals, the global animal health association World Zoonoses Day, which will be commemorated on July 6, celebrates the success of the first vaccine …
Some human coronaviruses cause seasonal colds or other mild symptoms. Others can be severe and even fatal. Credit: Unsplash BELLVILLE, South Africa, Oct 4 2022 (IPS) – It’s hard to …
Women receive food rations at a food distribution site in Herat, Afghanistan. Credit: UNICEF/Sayed Bidel UNITED NATIONS, Jan 31 2023 (IPS) – Recent visits to Afghanistan by senior-led UN delegations …
NEW YORK, May 8 2023 (IPS) – A civilian student named Saber was caught in the crossfire in Khartoum. He had two choices: either flee and lose everything; or die. …
Informal sector only received 4 percent of post pandemic funds even though the sector accounts for more than 2 billion workers, many of whom are women. Credit: IITA BRATISLAVA, Oct …
Methadone Maintenance Therapy is offered in Thailand to reduce harm for people dependent on injected opioids, like heroin. Credit: World Bank/Trinn Suwannapha Opioids are a class of drugs that …
The writer is Director, Population Division of the United Nations, Department of Economic and Social Affairs. School Opens in Weapons Free Zone East of UNMISS”. Credit: UN Photo/Amanda Voisard UNITED …
ECW Executive Director Yasmine Sherif Statement in advance of the G7 Hiroshima Summit NEW YORK, May 17 2023 – At this year’s in Japan, world leaders will have a chance …